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Convert Centigram to Pennyweight

Convert centigrams to pennyweights instantly. 1 centigram = 0.0064301495 pennyweight — use the live calculator, the exact formula, a conversion table and worked examples. Also check the Pennyweight to Centigram converter for the reverse conversion.

Written by Sunith Babu L, Ph.D., Lead Engineer Reviewed by Dr. Ashok Kumar K, Ph.D.
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Units explained

Metric / SI

Centigram

What is a centigram?

A centigram (cg) equals 0.00001 kilogram, or 0.01 gram.

Origin of the centigram

From the SI prefix 'centi-' (from Latin 'centum', hundred).

Where it is used

Used in pharmacology and analytical chemistry.

When and where it was developed

Part of the original metric system of 1795.

Troy & Apothecary

Pennyweight

What is a pennyweight?

The pennyweight (dwt) equals one-twentieth of a troy ounce, 24 grains (about 1.555 g).

Origin of the pennyweight

From the mass of a medieval English silver penny; symbol dwt from 'denarius weight'.

Where it is used

Jewelry making and precious-metal scrap valuation in the US.

When and where it was developed

Derived from the medieval English coinage system.

Centigram to Pennyweight conversion formula

The relationship between centigrams and pennyweights:

1 cg = 0.0064301495 dwt
1 dwt = 155.51738 cg

To convert centigrams to pennyweights, multiply the value in centigrams by 0.0064301495. To reverse, multiply pennyweights by 155.51738.

How to use this converter

Type a value into the calculator. The result in pennyweights updates as you type. Tap a quick value, copy the result with one click, or use the swap arrow to jump straight to the Pennyweight to Centigram converter for the reverse direction.

Step-by-step: convert centigrams to pennyweights

  1. Write down the value in centigrams (cg).
  2. Multiply that value by the factor 0.0064301495.
  3. The product is the equivalent value in pennyweights (dwt).
  4. To reverse, multiply the pennyweight value by 155.51738.

Worked examples

Example 1 — Convert 1 cg to dwt:
1 × 0.0064301495 = 0.0064301495 dwt

Example 2 — Convert 100 cg to dwt:
100 × 0.0064301495 = 0.6430149479 dwt

Real-world example — Packaging gauge

A 4-centigram plastic bag thickness is a common spec for grocery and freezer bags. Converting from centigrams to pennyweights is what packaging buyers do whenever they bridge US and metric supplier quotes.

4 cg × 0.0064301495 = 0.0257205979 dwt

Real-world example — Plastic film and laminate thickness

A 500-centigram sheet is a typical spec for ID-card laminates and film overlays. Converting to pennyweights aligns the value with the unit most CAD systems and material datasheets prefer.

500 cg × 0.0064301495 = 3.2150747396 dwt

Centigram to Pennyweight conversion table

Standard reference values for converting centigrams to pennyweights:

Centigram [cg]Pennyweight [dwt]
0.016.430149e-5
0.10.0006430149
10.0064301495
20.012860299
30.0192904484
40.0257205979
50.0321507474
100.0643014948
200.1286029896
300.1929044844
400.2572059792
500.321507474
1000.6430149479
5003.2150747396
10006.4301494791

Frequently asked questions

How many pennyweights is 1 centigram?
1 centigram equals 0.0064301495 pennyweight.
How do I convert centigrams to pennyweights?
Multiply the value in centigrams by 0.0064301495 to get pennyweights.
How do I convert pennyweights back to centigrams?
Multiply the value in pennyweights by 155.51738, or use the Pennyweight to Centigram converter.
How many pennyweights is 100 centigrams?
100 centigrams equals 0.6430149479 pennyweights, because 100 × 0.0064301495 = 0.6430149479.

Convert Centigram to other weight units

Show all Centigram conversions
Metric / SI (17 units)
Centigram to Attogram (ag) Centigram to Femtogram (fg) Centigram to Picogram (pg) Centigram to Nanogram (ng) Centigram to Microgram (µg) Centigram to Milligram (mg) Centigram to Decigram (dg) Centigram to Gram (g) Centigram to Dekagram (dag) Centigram to Hectogram (hg) Centigram to Kilogram (kg) Centigram to Quintal (metric) (q) Centigram to Metric Ton (t) Centigram to Gigagram (Gg) Centigram to Teragram (Tg) Centigram to Petagram (Pg) Centigram to Exagram (Eg)
Avoirdupois (15 units)
Centigram to Grain (gr) Centigram to Dram (avoirdupois) (dr) Centigram to Ounce (oz) Centigram to Pound (lb) Centigram to Clove (clove) Centigram to Stone (US) (st) Centigram to Stone (UK) (st) Centigram to Quarter (US) (qr) Centigram to Quarter (UK) (qr) Centigram to Hundredweight (US) (cwt) Centigram to Hundredweight (UK) (cwt) Centigram to Wey (wey) Centigram to Kilopound (kip) (kip) Centigram to Ton (short, US) (sh tn) Centigram to Ton (long, UK) (long tn)
Troy & Apothecary (10 units)
Centigram to Point (1/100 carat) (pt) Centigram to Carat (metric) (ct) Centigram to Scruple (apothecary) (s ap) Centigram to Pennyweight (dwt) Centigram to Momme (mom) Centigram to Mace (mace) Centigram to Dram (apothecary/troy) (dr ap) Centigram to Troy Ounce (oz t) Centigram to Tael (tael) Centigram to Pound (troy/apothecary) (lb t)
Indian / South Asian (6 units)
Centigram to Ratti (ratti) Centigram to Masha (masha) Centigram to Tola (tola) Centigram to Chittack (Chatank) (chittack) Centigram to Seer (Ser) (seer) Centigram to Maund (Mann) (maund)
Scientific / Atomic (9 units)
Centigram to Electron Mass (rest) (me) Centigram to MeV/c2 (MeV/c²) Centigram to Muon Mass (mµ) Centigram to Atomic Mass Unit (u) Centigram to Proton Mass (mp) Centigram to Neutron Mass (mn) Centigram to Deuteron Mass (md) Centigram to Carbon-12 Atom Mass (C-12) Centigram to Planck Mass (mP)
Astronomical (4 units)
Centigram to Lunar Mass (Moon) (M☾) Centigram to Earth's Mass (M⊕) Centigram to Jupiter Mass (MJ) Centigram to Sun's Mass (M☉)
Biblical / Ancient (14 units)
Centigram to Lepton (Biblical Roman) (lepton) Centigram to Quadrans (Biblical Roman) (quadrans) Centigram to Assarion (Biblical Roman) (assarion) Centigram to Gerah (Biblical Hebrew) (gerah) Centigram to Drachma (Biblical Greek) (drachma) Centigram to Denarius (Biblical Roman) (denarius) Centigram to Bekan (Biblical Hebrew) (bekah) Centigram to Didrachma (Biblical Greek) (didrachma) Centigram to Shekel (Biblical Hebrew) (shekel) Centigram to Tetradrachma (Biblical Greek) (tetra) Centigram to Mina (Biblical Greek) (mina) Centigram to Mina (Biblical Hebrew) (mina) Centigram to Talent (Biblical Greek) (talent) Centigram to Talent (Biblical Hebrew) (talent)
Force / Engineering (5 units)
Centigram to Poundal (pdl) Centigram to Ton (assay) (US) (AT) Centigram to Ton (assay) (UK) (AT) Centigram to Kilogram-force square second/meter (hyl) Centigram to Slug (slug)

Sources & references

Conversion factor (1 cg = 0.0064301495 dwt) verified against the following authoritative sources:

Results are provided for general reference. Verify critical measurements against an authoritative standard.